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Ingredients
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Fries
House Made Ranch
Spicy Ketchup
Method
Fries
- 1
Prepare the Potatoes
Wash and peel the Russet potatoes. Cut them into thick strips to form fries.
- 2
Soak the Fries
Place the cut fries in a large bowl filled with cold water. Soak for at least 30 minutes to remove excess starch.
- 3
Dry the Fries
After soaking, drain the fries and pat them dry using paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large pot or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Fry the Potatoes
Carefully add the fries to the hot oil in batches. Fry for 5-7 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- 6
Drain and Season
Remove the fries from the oil and drain on paper towels. While still hot, sprinkle with salt and black pepper.
House Made Ranch
- 7
Mix Ingredients
In a medium bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, and buttermilk. Whisk until smooth.
- 8
Add Seasonings
Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, dried dill, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well incorporated.
- 9
Chill
Cover the ranch dressing and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Spicy Ketchup
- 10
Combine Ingredients
In a small bowl, mix together ketchup, hot sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and honey.
- 11
Stir Until Smooth
Stir the mixture until all ingredients are well combined and smooth.
- 12
Serve
Serve the spicy ketchup alongside the hot fries.